ENSMINGER LAB

Our lab in the Biological Sciences Department at San Jose State University works at the interface of two topics: 1) the physiological responses to ecological stressors and 2) how these responses alter an individual's interactions with one another and their environment. Our goal is to gain a mechanistic understanding of an organism's response to environmental perturbations by linking molecular and physiological responses to ecological phenomena while supporting each-other's growth and aspirations. We use diverse taxa, including wild fence lizards and elephant seals, to assess health, survival, and potential fitness consequences of various stressors... We condemn racism and discrimination in any form and acknowledge the historical legacy of exclusion and marginalization of underrepresented groups in higher education. We are committed to disrupting systems of privilege, inequality, and oppression. The Ensminger Lab welcomes and supports all aspiring scientists.

Primary location: San Jose United States